Part 9:Misconceptions about PTSD//AspieAnswersAll

Like I said before with many mental illnesses, many times as I have been addressing to you all is that it is all about how we talk and treat others will determine the outcome good or bad. We need to bear in mind to what or how we say different comments/statements to others.

Because PTSD is a mental health disorder/illness, PTSD is usually misunderstood as well as any other mental illnesses by people with little experience in dealing with it. That's why am here today to share the 10 most common misconceptions that has been disproven by medical professionals and those suffering from PTSD in general. Again, I share these statements with you all isn't to bring any blame or guilt to you all. NO. This is far from what I aiming as I just want to bring awareness as well as removing the stigma/stereotyping of the different mental illnesses/disorders that affects people in the mind, body & spirit.

Here are the top 10 common misconceptions to what people who suffer from PTSD may hear from time to time and how they may respond to you along with a few tips/advice along the way.

1) PSTD sufferers are mentally weak
2) Everyone has some form of PTSD
3) PTSD sufferers aren't victims
4) PTSD symptoms manifests immediately after a traumatic event.
5) PTSD sufferers are ALWAYS unstable and violent.
6) PTSD is limited to a specific age group.
7) Only ONE treatment is needed.
8) Therapy DOESN'T work.
9) PTSD sufferers are unable to function in the real world.
10) Recovery IS impossible.

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